Evidence-Based Practice in Health
UndergraduateMAQ-MHHX10032025
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Enrol by
- 20 July 2025
- Entry requirements
- No ATAR needed, No prior study
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Start dates
- 28 July 2025
- Price from
- $2,250
- Upfront cost
- $0
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Evidence-Based Practice in Health
About this subject
On successful completion, a student will be able to
- Explain the core principles of evidence-based practice and outline how research informs healthcare decisions to address health issues.
- Apply evidence-based approaches to assess health issues and develop practical solutions using research to enhance patient care.
- Adapt evidence-based practices to meet the needs of diverse populations, considering social and cultural contexts.
- Apply ethical decision-making in healthcare, demonstrating an understanding of professional responsibilities and ethical principles in diverse practice settings.
- A guide to the topics you will explore in this subject will be provided online on commencement of the unit.
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards the Diploma of Health Sciences.
In this unit, you will learn how to use research to make informed decisions in healthcare. You will develop the practical skills needed to apply evidence-based approaches to real health issues, while considering different cultural needs. By the end of the unit, you will know how to assess research, apply solutions based on evidence, and work ethically and responsibly.
Diploma of Health Sciences
The Diploma of Health Science introduces you to the fundamental concepts of health and wellbeing, evidence-based health practice and health systems.
The Diploma of Health Sciences is an innovative and versatile undergraduate qualification that serves as a stepping stone to further study or entry-level jobs within the health sector. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of human health and begin to explore the social and societal factors that influence it, equipping yourself with the knowledge to make change within the health sector.
Additionally, students will engage in professional practice experiences that develop their problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and ethical skills.
The diploma is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree. If you successfully complete the diploma and meet the entry requirements, you can progress directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Health Sciences without losing any time, as you’ll receive credit for the units you complete in the diploma
The Diploma of Health Sciences comprises the following 8 units (80 credit points)
MHHX1001 Professional Practice (non-award)
MHHX1002 Human Structure and Function (non-award)
MHHX1003 Evidence-Based Practice in Health (non-award)
MHHX1004 Health Systems
MHHX1005 Lifestyle Factors for Health and Wellbeing
MHHX1006 Indigenous Peoples’ History, Culture and Health
MHHX1007 Introductory Psychology for Health Sciences
MHHX1008 Misconceptions in the Modern World
- Evidence-Based Practice Presentation (30%)
- Research Article Critique (40%)
- Reflective Essay (30%)
For textbook details check your university's handbook, website or learning management system (LMS).
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- 0.125 EFTSL
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